Mitch Johnson backs De’Aaron Fox ahead of Spurs Game 5 against Knicks
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 12, 2026, 7:46 PM
Last updated Jun 12, 2026
San Antonio Spurs coach Mitch Johnson expressed unwavering confidence in De’Aaron Fox before Game 5 against the New York Knicks on June 13. Fox has faced significant criticism for his performance in the Finals, after a late missed layup in Game 4, which contributed to a narrow 107-106 loss. Johnson emphasized that outside opinions, including social media reactions, do not influence his support for Fox, who he assures will have the ball in critical moments. This assurance comes amidst ongoing debates about Fox's performance during the series.
- •De’Aaron Fox averages over 14 points in the Finals.
- •Spurs lost Game 4 to the Knicks 107-106.
- •Johnson dismisses social media criticism of Fox.
- •Fox will have critical minutes in Game 5.
- •Game 5 is scheduled for June 13.
- 8:42 PMESPN — Spurs' Johnson believes in Fox ahead of Game 5
- 7:01 PMYahoo Sports — Mitch Johnson makes fearless De’Aaron Fox promise before Spurs Game 5
"De’Aaron Fox heads into Game 5 under the heaviest scrutiny he has faced since joining the San Antonio Spurs. The guard’s inconsistent Finals level was already being discussed before Game 4, but his late missed layup only fuelled the criticism.
"Spurs coach Mitch Johnson emphasized his belief in De'Aaron Fox on the heels of his rough showing in Game 4.
Sources
External links- ESPNJun 12, 2026, 8:42 PMSpurs' Johnson believes in Fox ahead of Game 5
Spurs coach Mitch Johnson emphasized his belief in De'Aaron Fox on the heels of his rough showing in Game 4.
- Yahoo SportsJun 12, 2026, 7:01 PMMitch Johnson makes fearless De’Aaron Fox promise before Spurs Game 5
De’Aaron Fox heads into Game 5 under the heaviest scrutiny he has faced since joining the San Antonio Spurs. The guard’s inconsistent Finals level was already being discussed before Game 4, but his late missed layup only fuelled the criticism.
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